ComplexCon 2025: The Sneaker Drops That Defined the Weekend
ComplexCon Las Vegas 2025, much like previous editions was special thanks to the numerous sneaker drops that underscored the intersection of innovation, heritage, and bold ambition. This year’s lineup wasn’t about hype alone, it told stories, presented statements, and invited a community to take part in something meaningful.
Here are some of the most compelling sneakers that landed during the weekend, and what made them resonate:
There were many drops, but to name a few:
- Undefeated × Nike Air Max 95: A long-awaited return for Undefeated and Nike’s nostalgic conversation with the 95 silhouette, made especially for ComplexCon.
- atmos × Nike Air Max 95 “Harajuku”: A U.S.-exclusive, celebrating Tokyo style through color, culture, and craftsmanship.
- Eric Koston × Nike SB Air Max 95: Skate legend meets performance icon: a collaborative 95 releasing early at the event, before wider rollout.
- Jae Tips × Saucony ProGrid Triumph 4 “Poison Ivy”: A rich, Bronx-rooted colorway by Tips that stays true to his “Flowers Grow Uptown” narrative.
- Hidden NY × Asics DS Trainer 14: Minimalist design, refined color palette (white/silver/green), and streetwear sensibility blended with Asics’ running heritage.
- BBC Ice Cream × Reebok Board Flip “Watermelon”: A nostalgic reissue with style and scarcity: just 500 pairs made for ComplexCon.
- Kids Of Immigrants × Nike Air Max Sunder “Moonlight”: A meaning-driven drop, available via a raffle at the ComplexCon booth.
- VandyThePink × Puma Suede “Burger Box”: Playful design meets collector appeal — plus a limited burger-themed box for the first hundred pairs.
- Spunge Osmosis “Soka” by Salehe Bembury: A futuristic silhouette with a ComplexCon-exclusive colorway, launching from his independent brand.
- Air Jordan 11 City Pack: Regional exclusives for Atlanta (“285”), Las Vegas (“Mojave”), and Houston (“H-Town”), making a special early appearance.
- Rukus x New Balance Numeric 480: Inspired by the southern tradition of duck hunting, the "Mallard" was on display, but due to logistics issues, they didn't have them for sale physically.
In terms of what we observed at Complex this year, we landed on a few conclusions:
- Narrative over novelty: Many of these sneakers weren’t just new versions, no, they were deeply rooted in heritage (Air Max 95), community (Kids of Immigrants), or subcultural identity (Saucony x Jae Tips).
- Design + purpose: Whether it was the “Poison Ivy” colorway or the “Moonlight” Sunder, the design choices felt intentional; not just for show, but as statements.
- Collector- and culture-centric: This wasn’t just a marketplace -it was a moment. The drops felt curated, not mass-produced, pushing sneakerheads to engage with not just the shoe, but its context.
- Authentic presence: We felt like this year it was more about culture, community, and craft.
Check out some pics below of a few sneakers we saw during the weekend.
